SA7 9LD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lon Gwesyn, 0.7km from Lon-las in Swansea. Administratively it sits within Llansamlet ward and the Swansea East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SA7 9LD is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £88k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 17.1% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SA7 9LD are sourced from Output Area W00004264 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LON GWESYN, SA7 9LD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LON GWESYN, SA7 9LD.
368
38
£ 44,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SA7 9LD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
SA7 9LD has a significant social housing presence — 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 17.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SA7 9LD. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 88,250
2 sales · Mean £ 88,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SA7 9LD has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Archfarchnad CKs0.4 km
- Tonys Off Sales0.1 km
- Birchgrove Mini Market and Post Office0.2 km
- CKs Supermarket0.4 km
- Pooja Stores0.3 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Bowen Arms0.8 km
- The Bridge End Inn0.2 km
- The Crown Inn0.5 km
- The Crown Inn0.5 km
- The Bridge End Inn0.2 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.7 km
- Costa Coffee Drive Thru0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Diplu's0.4 km
- The Birch Fish Bar0.3 km
- The Birch Fish Bar0.3 km
- Diplu's0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Llansamlet1.5 km
- Skewen2.0 km
- Neath4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Birchgrove Junior School0.1 km
- Birchgrove Junior School0.1 km
- Birchgrove Road0.2 km
- Bridgend Inn0.2 km
- Birchgrove Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SA79LD · Data under Open Government Licence